Museum of Civilization
About This Museum
It’s a museum that dares to ask what civilization even is, and the answers are as sprawling as its collections. You don't just walk through exhibits here; you journey from the longhouses of First Nations peoples straight into the bustling ports of New France, feeling the creak of wooden ships underfoot. Then, with a turn of a corner, you're confronted by the vibrant, complex tapestry of modern Quebec. It’s less a series of rooms and more a conversation across centuries.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the place beats in its Indigenous galleries, where towering totem poles stand guard over intricate beadwork and stories told for generations. The meticulous recreation of a 19th-century Quebec street, complete with shopfronts and ambient sounds, is utterly transporting.
Visitor Information
Tucked down in the Old Port at 85 Rue Dalhousie, it's easy to spend a whole day here—and you probably should. Just be sure to check their website for rotating exhibits; they always have something new brewing.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is a striking mix of sharp, contemporary lines and warm limestone, somehow feeling both monumental and inviting as it hugs the St. Lawrence River.
Contact & Location
Address: Musée de la Civilisation de Québec, 85, Rue Dalhousie, Vieux-Québec, Vieux-Québec–Cap-Blanc–Colline-Parlementaire, La Cité-Limoilou, Québec, Agglomération de Québec, Capitale-Nationale, Québec, G1K 4C4, Canada
Phone: +1 418-643-2158
Website: Visit Website
